Reject the Status Quo

You Decide

I heard waterboarding being discussed on two different radio talk shows today. Both radio hosts said that we need to do whatever is necessary to prevent terrorist attacks. I, on the other hand, agree with Sen. John McCain when he said, "It's not about who they are. It's about who we are", while defending his opposition to torture of detainees in the "war on terror".

One of my favorite quotes is by the Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata; who said, "It is better to die on your feet than to live on your knees". If we as a nation resort to 'whatever is necessary', are we in effect living on our knees by succumbing to our fears and accepting actions that we would otherwise find abhorrent.

See video of a waterboarding demonstration here and decide for yourself.

You Won't See This on ABC

John Stossel interviews Ron Paul.

I've been a fan of John Stossel for several years. His 'Give Me a Break' segments on ABC's '20/20' are some of the best TV available. His libertarian leanings have long been evident in his commentary and I was happy to learn that he had interviewed Ron Paul. Unfortunately, ABC decided to not air the interview. However, due to the wonders of modern technology, you can see the interview here. Parts 1-6 of the interview are all available on You Tube.